Burundi's private sector has urgently called for decisive actions to eliminate non-tariff barriers (NTBs), reduce logistics costs, and enhance the business environment. These measures aim to unlock greater trade and investment within the East African Community (EAC).This call to action emerged during the EABC CEO–Trade & Investment Roundtable in Bujumbura,
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Bolt Kenya Dismisses Exit Rumors, Confirms Continued Operations
Bolt has confidently dismissed rumors on social media about leaving the Kenyan market, calling a widely shared document fake and assuring everyone that operations are running smoothly.In a statement released on June 1, 2026, Bolt clarified that the false document claiming an exit on June 8, 2026, did not come
Safaricom Profits Jump 67% to Record Sh99.7 Billion
Safaricom has achieved an impressive 67.3 percent increase in net earnings for 2025, reaching a landmark Sh99.7 billion. The telecommunications company credits this remarkable growth to its innovative products, which significantly enhance consumers' daily lives.This achievement marks the highest profit ever recorded by any company in East and Central Africa.The